Tascam DR-701D 6-Track Audio Recorder for DSLR Cameras with HDMI

Here's what Tascam say about the DR-701D 6-Track Audio Recorder for DSLR Cameras with HDMI

The DR-701D is Tascam’s flagship audio recorder for one-shot video production. It includes a timecode input and a timecode generator for easy synchronization with a SMPTE generator, camera, or smart slate. The HDMI in and out allows a DSLR camera to start recording on both devices, and video clock prevents drift between sound and picture.

Four mic signals can be individually recorded and mixed to a stereo channel, for a total of six recording channels. For additional channels, multiple units can be cascaded together. The lightweight yet rigid chassis is forged from magnesium alloy. Tripod mounts on the top and bottom allow the unit to mount under a camera, attach to a follow-focus cage, or be used stand-alone.

Designed for the needs of professional filmmakers, television producers, advertisers, and documentarians, the DR-701D packs high-quality multitrack recording into a package compact enough for use with any camera.

Perfect camera sync using HDMI video clock synchronization
An HDMI input and output allows the DR-701D's internal clock and the camera to be digitally synchronized. Even when shooting long events, the video files recorded by the camera and audio files recorded by the DR-701D will not drift out of sync.

One button press on the camera starts sound recording on the DR-701D
Simply pressing the camera recording start button sends a trigger to the DR-701D to start audio recording. Unlike other systems that force you to press record on both devices, the HDMI start system prevents missed takes, syncs the two recording starts together, and makes single-operator shoots much easier.

Tascam DR-701DCascade feature for additional track recording
By connecting multiple units using HDMI, slave DR-701D units can be made to follow a master unit to start and stop recording simultaneously. Since audio can also be output through the HDMI connection, monitoring selections can be made using slave units without reconnecting headphones.

Tascam DR-701DSMPTE timecode stores time data in recorded audio files
The built-in SMPTE generator allows the camera and DR-701D to store the same time reference. Several options are available to integrate SMPTE LTC into your camera system. The BNC timecode input can follow a source signal, or can be "jam-synced" a few times per day for independant freewheel operation. Cameras that send timecode through their HDMI output can be followed by the DR-701D's timecode input. And the internal generator can be started without an external reference for a simple time-of-day stamp on recorded BWF files.

Features:

• Compact, professional-grade audio recorder designed to be used in combination with a DSLR camera (also usable as a standalone field recorder)
• Uses an SD/SDHC/SDXC card as recording medium
• Recording at 44.1/48/96/192 kHz, 16/24-bit, WAV/BWF format (192 kHz only for two-channel recording)
• High-quality recording inputs through Tascam original High Definition Discrete Architecture (HDDA) microphone preamps
• Up to six recording channels (4 channels + stereo mix)
• Dual recording function allows two files to be recorded simultaneously at different levels (–1 dB to –12 dB)
• Recording levels can be adjusted independently for inputs 1–4
• Two built-in omnidirectional microphones
• Four XLR/TRS combo inputs support +4 dBu line level and phantom power (+24V/+48V)
• +24 dBu maximum input level (20 dB headroom)
• 64 dB gain (maximum)
• Additional unbalanced input for channels 1 and 2 (stereo mini jack) supports mics that require plug-in power, allowing the input of video mics and other high-output mics
• Selectable mid-side decoding for use with MS microphone setups
• Selectable delay to eliminate time lags caused by differences in the distances of two microphones (±150 ms)
• Five-stage switchable low-cut filter conveniently reduces unwanted low frequencies (40/80/120/180/220 Hz)
• Multiband limiter automatically adjusts input overloads (stereo-linking possible with inputs 1 and 2)
• Trim settings of input channels 1–4 can be displayed
• Built-in mixer enables pan and level adjustments as well as solo monitoring and can output a mix of four channels
• Trim controls can be grouped to allow the levels of multiple channels to be controlled simultaneously
• Audio mixed by the DR-701D can be output to a DSLR camera
• Camera input enables convenient monitoring of audio from a DSLR camera
• Clock and starting/stopping recording can be synchronized with a camera using the HDMI input (depending on type of camera)
• The recorder’s audio signal can be sent to an external recorder using the HDMI output
• Timecode can be input through the TC IN connector and recording start times added to files
• Built-in timecode generator (RTC) allows recording start times to be added to files even when there is no timecode input
• Slate tones can be added automatically or manually to simplify synchronization of video files when editing
• Mark function allows up to 99 points to be added to a single file (mark information can be used in software that supports BWF)
• A new file can be created during recording (manually or by file size)
• File name format can be set to use a user-defined word or the date
• Resume function remembers the playback position even when the unit is turned off
• Cascade function using HDMI connections allows DR-701D transport and monitoring operations
• Tone generator is convenient when adjusting the relative levels of different equipment
• Headphones jack with 2 × 50 mW maximum output
• High-quality audio output through a line output jack separate from the headphones jack
• Hold switch prevents misoperation
• Transport and SLATE buttons made of rubber to suppress noise during operation
• 128 x 64 pixel LC display with backlight
• LED lights are visible even in direct sunlight
• USB 2.0 port for high-speed transfer of files to computers
• Micro-B type USB cable included
• Stand adapter (¼ inch) on bottom side to attach the unit to a tripod
• DSLR bracket for easy camera attachment and removal
• Hot shoe mount (accessible when not using the DSLR bracket)
• Handles on the front left and right sides protect the screen and can be used to attach a shoulder strap
• RC-3F foot switch and RC-10 wired remote control can be connected (both sold separately)
• Operates on four AA batteries or rechargeables, USB bus power, optional AC adapter (Tascam PS-P520U), or optional external battery pack (Tascam BP-6AA)

Additional features with firmware version 2.0

• Recording in Ambisonics A or B format
• Stereo mix of B format for input monitoring and playback through headphones output and line output
• Supports AmbiX and Furse-Malham (FuMa) exchange formats for B-format recording
• Selectable mic positioning allows flexible setup of the Ambisonics microphone (upright, upside down, end-fire)